STAT 2060

Intro Probability & Stats

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Rigorous introduction to probability and statistical theory. Topics covered include elementary probability, random variables, distributions, estimation and hypothesis testing. Estimation and testing are introduced using maximum likelihood and the generalized likelihood ratio. Natural sequels for this course are STAT 2080.03 and 3360.03

Sections

Lecture
Tutorial, pick one

From the syllabus

From the Winter 2025 syllabus by Ammar Sarhan. Open the PDF

Grading

25%Assignments (9)Online on CAPA
10%Tutorial quizzes (9)In person during tutorials
25%Midterm examFeb 27
40%Final exam3 hours; scheduled during exam period

Textbook

  • Probability and Statistics for Engineering and the Sciences, 9th edition, J. Devore

Course rules

Late assignments
Late assignments are not accepted; illness-related extensions require contacting the instructor before the closing date.
Missed quizzes
Students who miss a tutorial quiz due to illness may write a makeup quiz.
Missed exams
Makeup exams require exceptional circumstances, such as illness with a medical certificate, and prompt notice and proof.
Exam materials
Exams are closed-book; students may use one double-sided page of notes.
Calculator
A scientific calculator with natural log and exponential functions is needed.

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